Communications Specialist - Part Time - Lutheran Community Services Northwest : Job Details

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.MISSION IMPACT:All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. The Communications Specialist will strengthen our agency's brand, raise awareness and share positive stories about our services and contributions. The Communications Specialist will help share mission-critical information with both external and internal audiences.** This is a part time position with a schedule of 20 hours per week**RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops, writes and edits material for District publications, brochures, fact sheets, online products, and any other medium needed.
• Ensures consistent voice and messaging for District leaders in alignment with agencywide communications standards.
• Maintains and updates District sections of agency website and Intranet site, and refreshes social media channels with current, engaging and relevant information.
• Stays informed about local LCSNW programs and helps educate the community through public information and outreach campaigns.
• Supports internal communications to District staff, including writing, editing and formatting management communications.
• Generates positive press coverage and handles local media inquiries.
• Supports Shared Services leaders with communications needs.
• Responds to emails and other inquiries in a timely manner.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum two years of communications, public relations, outreach or related experience with a nonprofit, business, government entity, media outlet, or agency.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism communications, marketing or related field; substantial relevant experience will be considered in place of degree.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Minimum to intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity suites. Microsoft Suite skills, Photography, Photoshop, video, graphics, and WordPress skills are preferred.
• Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.
• Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences.
• Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations.
• Successfully completes tasks in a moderately noisy environment.
• Interact with others and perform tasks in-person and through the use of technology with long periods of stationary activity and moderate physical activity.
• Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally travels between worksites. Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, and faith-based settings such as churches.
• Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program.

ROLES:Role-specific expectations for this job are outlined as follows:

• LCSNW Team Member. All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values: compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion and stewardship; communicating openly and effectively; building collaborative; and strictly adhering to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.
• Communications Team Member. All Communication Specialists are expected to work well independently and meet the expectations of an off-site supervisor. (This position is a hardline report to the Director of Communications.) Each team member must collaborate effectively with Communication Specialists in other LCSNW Districts.
• District Team Member. All Communications Specialists are expected to understand and respect the workplace standards/culture of the District where they are based. (This position is a dotted-line report to the District Director.)

The Perks: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employerWe thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.Other details

• Job Family LCS General
• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $26.22
• Max Hiring Rate $39.34

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